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DHE 255 - Dental Hygiene IV

1 Contact Hours, 1 Credits
1 lecture period 0 lab periods


Continuation of DHE 250 /DHE 250LC . Includes assessment of dental hygiene skills with a variety of clinical patients with dental hygiene care plans at the advanced level. Also includes national, regional, and state exam preparation, advanced instrumentation, advanced ultrasonic inserts and techniques, and preparing for entry level employment. This course includes completion of individual capstone portfolio projects.

Information: Students must be admitted to the PCC Dental Hygiene program and obtain consent of the Dental Hygiene department before enrolling in this course.
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Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Outline patient and candidate requirements and procedures in preparation for the ADEX clinical examinations.
  2. Apply knowledge of course materials to successfully pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Exam.
  3. Complete capstone portfolio that showcases knowledge and skills gained throughout the dental hygiene program.
Performance Objectives:
  1. Engage with subject presentations and mock exams to strengthen understanding and readiness for the National Board Examination.
  2. Participate in mock exam preparation to enhance proficiency for the Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE) and simulated patient experience.
  3. Assess reinforcement scaling techniques, furcation instruments, mini-bladed Gracey curettes, periodontal files, and appropriate insert selections with precise instrumentation methods.
  4. Compile a comprehensive portfolio that demonstrates readiness for entry-level employment, highlighting skills, competencies, and clinical experiences.
Outline:
  1. American Dental Association (ADA) National Board Review and Preparation
    1. Subject Presentations
  2. American Board of Dental Examiners (ADEX) Preparation
    1. Mock exam preparation
      1. Simulated Patient
      2. Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE)
  3. Advanced Instrumentation Review
    1. Reinforcement scaling techniques
    2. Furcation instruments
    3. Mini-bladed Gracey curettes
    4. Periodontal files
    5. Insert selection
    6. Instrumentation technique
  4. Capstone Portfolio
  5. Preparation for Entry Level Employment